"Support to employment"

I have worked voluntary for Sure start Ashfield North West Team for several months. 

I have now found work as a Teaching Assistant with a local agency and hope to find a permanent placement in a primary or nursery school in the near future. 

If it weren't for my time at New woods i don't think i would be where i am now. Despite not being with New woods for too long, i feel i gained valuable experience during my time there, both with the children, their families and the staff. All staff were very helpful and friendly and provided a comfortable and safe environment to work in. I was made to feel welcome and Jayne especially gave me very helpful advice and wanted the best for my future, as well as providing employment references for me. 

I couldn't ask for more in a voluntary placement and i think a lot of new woods and the staff who run it.